1997 Mazda 626 vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 910 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Rover Range Rover (271 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 626 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
